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Notes from a Kidwatcher
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About the Author SANDRA WILDE, Ph.D., is widely recognized for her expertise in developmental spelling and her advocacy of holistic approaches to spelling and phonics. She is Professor of Curriculum and Instruction at Portland State University in Oregon. She is best known for her work in invented spelling, phonics and miscue analysis. She specializes in showing teachers how kids' invented spellings and miscues can help us work with them in more sophisticated and learner-centered ways. Looking at what kids do as they read and write is at the heart of Sandra's presentations and workshops. She can do lively keynote presentations that highlight the interesting things that we can learn by paying close attention to students' invented spellings and miscues, as well as workshops of varying lengths that focus on student-centered teaching of spelling and phonics. She has recently begun offering workshops that focus on understanding students' miscues as a guide to appropriate instruction, p
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0435088688
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Service: A Navy SEAL at War
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Review Praise for SERVICE"An action-packed...reflective saga of contemporary military service."― Kirkus Reviews "Marcus Luttrell, with James D. Hornfischer, has written another emotional story that the reader will not want to put down."― American Thinker About the Author Marcus Luttrell became a combat-trained Navy SEAL in 2002 and served in many dangerous Special Operations assignments around the world. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller Lone Survivor , and is a popular corporate and organizational speaker. He lives near Houston, Texas. James D. Hornfischer is the author of four bestselling books on the U.S. Navy in World War II, The Fleet at Flood Tide , Neptune's Inferno, Ship of Ghosts, and The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors, winner of the Samuel Eliot Morison Award. He lives in Austin, Texas.
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0316185361
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Make: Electronics: Learning Through Discovery
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From the Author Make: Electronics is the book that I wish I had owned when I was a young teenager, struggling to learn the basics of electricity and electronics. My goal is to give readers today an easier learning experience than the one I had to go through. And I want it to be fun. About the Author Charles Platt is a Contributing Editor and regular columnist for Make magazine, where he writes about electronics. He is the author of the highly successful introductory hands-on book, Make:Electronics, and is writing a sequel to that book in addition to volumes 2 and 3 of the Encyclopedia of Electronic Components. Platt was a Senior Writer for Wired magazine, and has written various computer books. As a prototype designer, he created semi-automated rapid cooling devices with medical applications, and air-deployable equipment for first responders. He was the sole author of four mathematical-graphics software packages, and has been fascinated by electronics since he put together a telephone answering machine from a tape recorder and military-surplus relays at age 15. He lives in a Northern Arizona wilderness area, where he has his own workshop for prototype fabrication and projects that he writes about for Make magazine.
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Four Centuries of American Education
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About the Author David Barton is the founder of WallBuilders, an organization dedicated to presenting America's forgotten history and heroes, with an emphasis on our moral, religious, and constitutional heritage. David is author of numerous best-selling works and a national award-winning historian who brings a fresh perspective to history.
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Mining Engineers and the American West: The Lace-Boot Brigarde, 1849-1933
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Review This book is a treasure trove of tales about the early mining engineers and their experiences on the Western frontier. --Mining History News About the Author Dr. Spence is Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
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Girl Made of Glass
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Review “Reading this book was like reading my own journal. Inside of all of us there is a girl made of glass just wanting to be heard, and Shelby expresses those all-too-relatable feelings with grace and elegance.” — amanda lovelace, Author of unlock your storybook heart “The vulnerability in Girl Made of Glass shines through and the themes of self-love, self-esteem, image, and exploration of identity and confidence tie together in a relatable way.” — Amanda Linsmeier , author of Starlings “ girl made of glass is a spectacular homage to the process of self-growth and the introspection it requires. Shelby has written a must-read for all who have ever felt like they are about to shatter.” — Catarine Hancock , author of shades of lovers About the Author Shelby Leigh is an author who explores mental health, self-love, and healing through poetry. She wrote her third and newest collection, girl made of glass , to examine the past and how it can haunt our minds through overthinking. She writes her books with the goal of making others feel less alone and to empower her readers to love who they are. When Leigh isn’t writing, you can find her reading a good book, buying yellow decor, and/or probably eating chocolate.
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Japanese Girls and Women
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About the Author Alice M. Bacon was a private American scholar and keen social observer who resided for many years in Japan. She was the first Western woman to live in a Japanese household.
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0710306911
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Dine In!
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About the Author Nick Stellino grew up in Palermo, on the island of Sicily, and moved the United States in 1975. His career has included the television series "Cucina Amore", and "Nick Stellino's Family Kitchen", plus two public television specials and seven cookbooks. Nick and his wife Nanci live in Los Angeles.
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0974028622
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Sounds from the Heart: Learning to Listen to Girls
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About the Author MAUREEN BARBIERI has taught middle school in New Hampshire, Ohio, and South Carolina. Since coming to New York, she has been a staff developer in District 2 and a divisional head at Marymount, an all girls' independent school. In addition to frequent consulting, she now teaches literacy courses in the Department of Teaching and Learning at New York University's Steinhardt School of Education, where she co-directs the summer writing institute. Her book, Sounds from the Heart: Learning to Listen to Girls (Heinemann, 1995), received the James N. Britton Award for Inquiry with the English Language Arts from the National Council of Teachers of English as well as the International Educator's Award from the Delta Kappa Gamma Society.
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0435088432
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Acoustic & Digital Piano Buyer Fall 2017: Supplement to The Piano Book
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About the Author Larry Fine is the author of The Piano Book: Buying & Owning a New or Used Piano , for 30 years the standard consumer reference in the piano business. A Registered Piano Technician, Fine has been involved in the piano industry for more than 40 years. He lives in San Diego, California.
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The Melancholy Strumpet Master
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Review ★★★★★ "The writing in The Melancholy Strumpet Master by Zeb Beck is a perfect example of how an author can balance dark humor with emotional depth. It is crisp and engaging, filled with sharp wit and subtle humor that keeps the reader entertained throughout." --The Bookish Elf★★★★★ "Fans of dark humor will immensely enjoy this story, and those that are looking for action and intriguing plotlines will not be disappointed." -- Literary Titan★★★★★ "... impossible not to remain intrigued making it difficult to put the book down." --Reedsy Discovery ★★★★★"This is a book that I know I will read many times over." --OnlineBookClub.org★★★★★"The conversations that Gil has with the sex workers, his colleagues, and his friends are simply hilarious." --Readers' Favorite★★★★★"An insightful yet hilarious read." --Book Nerdection★★★★★ "Memorable, hilarious, yet poignant and well-written;The Melancholy Strumpet Master is a must-read dark comedy." --Author Anthony Avina's Blog
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Egypt (Enchantment of the World)
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About the Author Heinrichs grew up in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She has written more than 50 books for children and young adults.
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Law and Legitimacy in the Supreme Court
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Review “Very careful, meticulously researched and referenced, balanced in its treatment of issues, fair to opposing positions, and successful in offering a subtle and nuanced perspective that takes multiple considerations into account, Fallon's treatment of the varieties of legitimacy, of the role of precedent, and of questions of official obedience to Supreme Court rulings will make useful contributions to the now existing literature.” ― Frederick Schauer, University of Virginia School of Law “This book stands head and shoulders above the competition in the graceful and insightful way in which it combines Fallon's well-known mastery of constitutional law and practice and his ability to grasp and deploy a deep understanding of the work that philosophy can contribute to constitutional understanding.” ― Jeremy Waldron, author of One Another's Equals: The Basis of Human Equality “Thoughtful and timely…Fallon wisely argues for a conception of legitimate judicial decision-making in which we accept that law is influenced by political, practical, and moral considerations, even as we strive to ensure it is not dominated by them.” ― Amanda Frost , SCOTUSblog “Practical and philosophical, Fallon’s book prompts readers to revisit constitutional theories in a fresh and valuable way.” ― C. Shortell , Choice About the Author Richard H. Fallon, Jr., is Story Professor of Law at Harvard Law School.
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0674975812
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Grade Five Music Theory: for ABRSM Candidates (MyMusicTheory Complete Courses)
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About the Author Victoria Williams graduated with a degree in music, majoring in musicology, from the University of Leeds in 1995. She teaches music theory from her home in Cambridge, UK, and on her website http: //www.mymusictheory.com, which provides structured music theory lessons from beginners through to advanced. Victoria specialises in training students for the ABRSM music theory exams, grades 1-8. She is also an accomplished clarinet player, and pianist.
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Oregon Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species (Wildlife and Nature Identification)
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From the Back Cover Oregon Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist(tm) series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations, map) About the Author Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh's path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.
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Clark the Shark: Tooth Trouble, No. 1
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Review “Francis’s bubbly illustrations of overeager Clark and his friends create a lively undersea environment, and similarly rowdy kids may find Clark’s rhyming technique a useful tool.” — Publishers Weekly review for CLARK THE SHARK “Most especially, enthusiastic kids will appreciate the message that there is a time and a place for everything-they needn’t stay cool ‘round the clock.” — Kirkus Reviews review for CLARK THE SHARK “With lots of determination and help from those around him, Clark learns how to genuinely share and celebrates how awesome it feels in true ‘Funky Shark’ fashion.” — Booklist review for CLARK THE SHARK DARES TO SHARE From the Back Cover Clark the Shark has a loose tooth and needs to visit the dentist. But he’s heard that the dentist is scarier than a box of blue whales! Can Clark find a way to stay cool when it comes to tooth trouble? About the Author Bruce Hale has written and/or illustrated over sixty books for kids and is the author of Clark the Shark ; Clark the Shark Dares to Share ; the award-winning Chet Gecko Mysteries series; Snoring Beauty , one of Oprah’s Recommended Reads for Kids; and the School for S.P.I.E.S. series. In his free time, Bruce enjoys hiking, watching movies, and making music. He lives in Santa Barbara, California, with his wife, dog, and many hats. You can catch him online at www.brucehale.com. Guy Francis spends most of his time drawing, painting, and drawing some more. He has done a variety of illustration work in the children’s market, including editorial and educational illustration, chapter books, and picture books. He freelances from his home in Provo, Utah, where his wife and four children are his own personal art critics and bring a healthy bit of chaos to the studio. Every now and then he gets out of the house and heads to the mountains with his family. You can visit him online at www.guyfrancis.com. Read more
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0062279068
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The Mercenary Code (The Shattering of Kingdoms)
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Review "Moss enters the fantasy world with a powerhouse of a debut. Gritty, heart-lurching character moments with the threat of death around every corner in this politically and physically broken world. The Mercenary Code kept me reading to the very end and left me wanting more!" - Deston J. Munden, fantasy author of Tavern "If you're looking for an epic tale that will take you to another world, this is the book for you. It is the first in a series so there will be more. I can't wait. It's a great story!" -Amazon reviewer "Epic fantasy not to be missed! The intrigue and plotting the various factions face draws you into the world and leaves you wanting to read more." - Amazon reviewer "This has everything I love about great fantasy: well-written characters whose journey I'm invested in and top-notch world building." - Amazon reviewer
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Behind the Wheel (Choose Your Own Adventure #35)(Paperback/Revised)
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About the Author R. A. MONTGOMERY attended Hopkins Grammar School, Williston-Northampton School and Williams College where he graduated in 1958. He pursued graduate studies in Religion and Economics at Yale and NYU. Montgomery was an adventurer all his life, climbing mountains in the Himalaya, skiing throughout Europe and scuba-diving wherever he could. His interests included education, macro-economics, geo-politics, mythology, history, mystery novels and music. He wrote his first interactive book, Journey Under the Sea, in 1976 and published it under the series name The Adventures of You. A few years later Bantam Books bought this book and gave Montgomery a contract for five more, to inaugurate their new childrens publishing division. Bantam renamed the series Choose Your Own Adventure and a publishing phenomenon was born. The series has sold more than 260 million copies in over 40 languages. He was married to the writer Shannon Gilligan. Montgomery died in November 2014, only two months after his last book was published.
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50 Ways to Wear Denim
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About the Author Lauren Friedman is the author of 50 Ways to Wear a Scarf and creator of the blog My Closet in Sketches. She lives in Washington, D.C.
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Collectible Beer Trays (A Schiffer Book for Collectors)
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About the Author Gary Straub has been collecting Breweriana for thirty years. He lives in Guilford, Connecticut.
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0887408400
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The Soaring Pilot's Manual
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About the Author Ken Stewart started gliding in 1972 and by 1976 held an Instructor's Rating. In 1982 he became National Coach to the British Gliding Association, a post he held for six years before becoming an airline pilot. As National Coach he was involved in all aspects of the sport, including the training of instructors, and cross-country and competition training. He is the holder of the FAI Diamond Badge.
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Novi V-8 Indy Cars 1941-1965
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About the Author Karl Ludvigsen has a distinguished record of accomplishment at senior levels throughout the worldwide motor industry. He has received wide recognition for his work as an editor, journalist, historian and author. Not only has he been employed at senior levels with Ford of Europe, Fiat North America, and General Motors, but he has also been involved in editorial roles with Motor Trend magazine, Auto Age, and Sports Car Illustrated and Car and Driver. Ludvigsen is in demand from the press of North America and Europe as a source of information on industry trends, and he is a frequent speaker at conferences. Currently, Ludvigsen acts as Chairman of Ludvigsen Associates Limited (a consulting company), Managing Director of Euromotor Reports Limited and Director of Ludvigsen Library Limited.
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1583880372
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Out of Sheer Rage: Wrestling with D. H. Lawrence
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Review “The funniest book I have ever read.” ― Steve Martin “Painfully funny . . . sheer pleasure.” ― David Lodge, The Times (London) “An intriguing, magnetic, genre-rattling book.” ― The Sunday Times (London) “Marvelous . . . a glorious truant from study . . . gives a better picture of Lawrence than any biography I know.” ― James Wood, The Guardian (UK) “Funny and self-laceratingly candid but with a nice Nabokovian spin on the fatal and irresistable allure of procrastination.” ― William Boyd, Books of the Year, The Spectator (UK) “Dizzying fun . . . Dyer is several kinds of good writer.” ― David Kipen, San Francisco Chronicle “The kind of book that gives literary criticism a bad name. Hilarious!” ― John Berger About the Author Geoff Dyer is the award-winning author of many books, including Out of Sheer Rage , Yoga for People Who Can’t Be Bothered to Do It , Zona , See / Saw , and the essay collection Otherwise Known as the Human Condition (winner of a National Book Critics Circle Award for criticism). A fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Dyer lives in Los Angeles, where he is writer-in-residence at the University of Southern California. His books have been translated into twenty-four languages.
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0312429460
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Sunrise Highway (Lourdes Robles Novels Book 2)
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Review "Peter Blauner has created one of the most memorable psychopaths since Hannibal Lecter." - Washington Post "What James Ellroy did to L.A. in 'L.A. Confidential,' Peter Blauner does to L.I. in his new thriller, "Sunrise Highway."...A master class in how to write a thriller." - Newsday "Excellent...A page-turner of the highest order." - Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) "The prose is economical and precise, the setting well drawn and the characters real enough to give you a chill the next time you cruise past a police car." - Associated Press "Blauner excels with strong, realistic characters, believable police work, and smart, propulsive dialogue. A highly readable and unnervingly close-to-home view of power in the service of evil."- Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review) "Nifty...Blauner keeps a tight focus on his regional setting." - New York Times Book Review --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. About the Author PETER BLAUNER is an Edgar-winning, New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including Slow Motion Riot and The Intruder . He is currently the co-executive producer of the CBS show, Blue Bloods . Proving Ground is his first novel in ten years. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Classic Football Art: Originally Published in 19th Century Newspapers: Hundreds of Illustrations from the Dawn of the Great American Game (The Lost Century of Sports Collection)
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About the Author The Lost Century of Sports Collection publishes time capsules from the birth of American sports in the 19th century. Football books in The Lost Century of Sports Collection are: 1. The Lost Century of American Football: Reports from the Birth of a Game, 1801-1900 2. The American Football Trilogy: The Founding Documents of the Gridiron Game, Written by 3 Hall of Fame Coaches and the Man Who Invented the Flying Wedge 3. Classic Football Art: Hundreds of Illustrations Originally Published in 19th Century Newspapers 4. The First Crusade Against Football: Injuries, Brutality and Death in American Football from Bloody Monday to the Flying Wedge: Media Reports from 1827 to 1898 5. The First Decade of College Football: Published Reports of American Football, 1869-1879 6. Walter Camp in Print: A Portfolio of Rare Articles by the First Football Coach and Father of the American Game, 1884-1894 7. Football Linemen: The Center, Tackle & Ends, 1891-1893 Other books in The Lost Century of Sport Collection include: 8. Daughters of the Lost Century: The Playful Pioneers of American Women's Sports & Fitness, 1849-1909 9. The First Decade of Women's Basketball: A Time Capsule of Media Reports from the Dawn of the Game, 1892-1905 10. The Mysterious Birth of the Curve Ball and the Art of Pitching: Media Reports from 1869 to 1921 11. A Gallery of Dogs in the 19th Century 12. The White House Billiard Table Scandal: Excerpts of American Political Discourse during the era of Andrew Jackson and John Quincy Adams (ebook)
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You Will Never Be Him
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About the Author K. Lee Schwartz was born, raised, and still resides in North Texas. She and her husband stay busy raising their two children. She's had a unique collection of jobs and hobbies including birth doula, photographer, professional body piercer, and now author.
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1981138609
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Fire Cracker
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From Booklist P. J. Gray, psychologist and computer whiz, is feeling pretty satisfied with herself after successfully solving her first case as head of the St. Louis Police Department's Computerized Homicide Investigations Project. But she doesn't have much time to rest on her laurels: someone is using brilliantly engineered computer scams to alter hospital records, making lethal adjustments in prescribed treatments and drug dosages that have caused the deaths of two patients. Using virtual-reality computer simulations, P. J. reenacts the murders, hoping she'll find a clue to the killer's identity. Instead, she finds that a fiendish computer hacker has prepared a series of horrifying computerized "clues" to warn her of more deaths to come. P. J. and her feisty partner, Detective Leo Schultz, combine their considerable skills to mount a devious trap for the killer, who will stop at nothing to exact the revenge he's spent his entire life plotting. Kennett's gripping, thoroughly entertaining read will appeal to fans of Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta mysteries. Emily Melton
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Bisous and Brioche: Classic French Recipes and Family Favorites from a Life in France
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Review "With its celebration of French essential cooking and stunning photography, this beautiful book should be a fixture of any Francophile kitchen."―Lindsey Tramuta, author of The New Paris and The New Parisienne "An exceptional cookbook filled with simple but elegant recipes that dispel the myth that French cooking is complicated. The recipes and descriptions are a revelation. The mysteries of French cuisine, SOLVED! I think this book might actually improve my marriage." ―Janice MacLeod, New York Times bestselling author of Paris Letters "A feast of a book, chock full of authentic, mouth-watering recipes as well as insider hints and tips to inspire new and seasoned cooks alike. Bon appétit!" ―Fiona Valpy, bestselling author of The Dressmaker’s Gift "Fans of Bradbury’s Grape Series will delight at the chance to bring a little bit of French flavour to their tables. Bisous & Brioche brings together recipes handed down through generations with the stories behind them. If you can’t share a glass of wine in Bradbury’s Burgundian kitchen as she prepares a meal for you, this is the next best thing."―Mardi Michels, author of In the French Kitchen with Kids About the Author Laura Bradbury is the author of the novel A Vineyard for Two and the bestselling Grape Series memoirs, which recount how she followed her heart and found l’amour in the Beaune region of France. Laura, her husband Franck, and their three daughters divide their time between Victoria, BC, and Villers-la-Faye in Burgundy where they own and manage three vacation properties. Rebecca Wellman is a photographer who has specialized in food and lifestyle photography, recipe development, and food styling since 2007. In 2017, Rebecca released First, We Brunch , a book of recipes and stories from Victoria’s best-loved breakfast joints. Rebecca lives in Victoria, BC, and is a frequent contributor for Vancouver Island’s EAT Magazine .
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Outage
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About the Author T.W. Piperbrook was born and raised in Connecticut, where he still resides today. He is the author of the best-selling CONTAMINATION series, the author of OUTAGE, and the co-author of THE LAST SURVIVORS. He lives with his wife, a son, and the spirit of his Boston Terrier.
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Simantov
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Review "A keen eye for complex relationships deepens Ashery’s solid debut… This moody, intricately constructed procedural’s exploration of gendered power struggles operates on levels both mythic and intimate… The accessible prose and nuanced characterization are sure to please urban fantasy readers." – Publishers Weekly " Simantov is one of those rare books that combines mystery, Jewish lore and wonderful writing. Asaf Ashery can tell a story that keeps you up at night just to find out what happens next, while never wanting the story to end." – Keren Landsman, author of The Heart of the Circle "The most intelligent supernatural thriller ever written in Hebrew" – Ariana Melamed , Haaretz About the Author Asaf ashery is an Author, editor, academic and screenwriter. He is also a functioning workaholic, an organic vegetable grower and a dog Lover. He lives in a cooperative village in the Jerusalem Mountains with his lovely wife, Yael and his rescue dog - Bill. --This text refers to the paperback edition.
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Modern Fishing Lure Collectibles, Vol. 3: Identification & Value Guide
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Review The great variety of fishing lures with the differences in their bright markings and sizes can be disarming to even experienced collectors. With his 20 years experience as a collector, Lewis makes sense of this area of collecting by classifying the lures by their makers, and with introductory essays on "Dating Techniques" and the "Modern Era." The chapters with the classifications are more than simple listings of numerous lures....-Henry Berry About the Author Russell E. Lewis is the author of Modern Fishing Lure Collectibles, Volume 1 and Modern Fishing Lure Collectibles, Volume 2, as well as co-author of Captain John's Fishing Tackle Price Guide. Having collected fishing lures since 1950, he and his wife run a business, Heritage Tackle 'n Tiques, where he deals fishing lures online and at antique shows.
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Cheer Up, Ben Franklin! (Young Historians)
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About the Author Misti Kenison is a web/graphic designer and owner of MK Design. As a mom, she believes strongly in encouraging literacy at a very young age, and hopes that this series will be a great tool for other parents to do so as well. She lives in Little Rock, Arkansas, with her husband and two children.
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Hollywood Confessions: Hollywood Headlines Book #3 (Hollywood Headlines Mysteries)
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About the Author Gemma Halliday is the #1 Amazon, New York Times , and USA Today bestselling author of several mystery and suspense novels. Gemma's books have received numerous awards, including a Golden Heart, two National Reader's Choice awards, a RONE award for best mystery, and three RITA nominations. She currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her large, loud, and loving family.To try one of Gemma's books for FREE, sign up for her newsletter at gemmahalliday.com
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Buddy the Soldier Bear
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About the Author Buddy the Soldier Bear is Marie Joy's first children's book. It began as a sketch of a bear on a piece of paper at work one day, and developed into a charming tale that gives back to those who serve our country. Marie has a master's degree in Leadership from Grand Canyon University. She volunteers with the Blue Star Moms. She grew up in Massachusetts and New Jersey and currently resides in Scottsdale, Arizona with her husband. She has worked in healthcare, education, publishing, and the travel industry. She loves to travel and is a self-proclaimed "cruise addict," though one of her favorite places to travel is visiting her beloved grandsons in Kentucky. Marie's dad served in WWII and her oldest son served in Iraq and Afghanistan. When sending care packages to soldiers, she always dreamed of writing a children's story that could give back to our brave warriors. Through her writing, she hopes to inspire children to dream big, and to bring awareness to military and veteran causes. Buddy the Soldier Bear donates to nonprofit organizations who support active duty military and veteran's causes.
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Killing His Fear
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About the Author Raised in western New York State, John B. Wren has been functioning as a consulting engineer for over 40 years, providing design services for building utility systems in commercial and industrial facilities, educational institutions, hospitals and data centers across the United States and around the world. Educated in New York and Ohio, Wren has been an avid reader of high tech thrillers, mysteries and in the non-fiction realm, physics and astrophysics. His first published novel, To Probe A Beating Heart, has been available since the summer of 2011 and his second work, Killing His Fear, is now available through Amazon. "My next project, titled 'Darryl's Reunion' is in progress and expected to be released in the spring of 2013." Wren's writing interests are not restricted to tales of murder and mystery, but touch on the conditions of the world around us as will be evidenced in another work anticipated to reach completion late in 2014. "I think about many things that stir a number of us all and putting my thoughts and opinions in writing may well establish a bond between some and build a wall between others, but my objective would be neither. Rather to put the tougher issues of today on a common table where discussion may occur. The answers are not always one extreme or the other but rather a position somewhere in between where opposites may coexist." --This text refers to the paperback edition.
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From the Earth to the Moon by Jules Verne, Fiction, Fantasy & Magic
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About the Author Jules Gabriel Verne (1828 - 1905) was a French novelist, poet and playwright best known for his adventure novels and his profound influence on the literary genre of science fiction. Verne was born to bourgeois parents in the seaport of Nantes, where he was trained to follow in his father's footsteps as a lawyer, but quit the profession early in life to write for magazines and the stage. His collaboration with the publisher Pierre-Jules Hetzel led to the creation of the Voyages extraordinaires, a widely popular series of scrupulously researched adventure novels including Journey to the Center of the Earth (1864), Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (1870), and Around the World in Eighty Days (1873).
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Skeleton Play: A Fun, Rhyming Halloween Book for Kids! (1)
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Review "Skeleton Play is the best children's book I've ever read and my kids love it." --Count Dracula "Three cheers for Skeleton Play! My children and I have never had more fun at bedtime." --Victor Frankenstein About the Author Brian C. Hailes, creator of Draw It With Me (www.drawitwithme.com), is also the award-winning writer/illustrator of the illustrated novel, Blink, two graphic novels, entitled Dragon's Gait and Devil's Triangle, and the children's picture book, Skeleton Play. Other titles he has illustrated include Heroic: Tales of the Extraordinary, Passion & Spirit: The Dance Quote Book, Continuum (Arcana Studios), as well as McKenna, McKenna, Ready to Fly, and Grace & Sylvie: A Recipe for Family (American Girl). In addition to his several publishing credits, Hailes has also illustrated an extensive collection of fantasy, science fiction, and children's book covers as well as interior magazine illustrations. Hailes has received numerous awards for his art from across the country, including Winner of the L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future contest out of Hollywood. His artwork has also been featured in the 2017 and 2018 editions of Infected By Art. Hailes studied illustration and graphic design at Utah State University where he received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, as well as the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. He has been a regular panelist and presenter at Salt lake Comic Con, FanX, LTUE, and was the Artist Guest of Honor at Conduit 2013. He has also appeared as a special guest at San Diego Comic Con. Hailes currently lives in Salt Lake City with his wife and four boys, where he continues to write, paint and draw regularly. His work can be seen at HailesArt.com
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Easy Kill (Rhona MacLeod)
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Review "Lin Anderson is one of Scotland's national treasures—don't be fooled by comparisons, her writing is unique, bringing warmth and depth to even the seediest parts of Glasgow. Lin's Rhona Macleod is a complex and compelling heroine who just gets better with every outing." —Stuart MacBride, author, Cold Granite and Dying Light "A sexy new rival for Rebus." — The Scotsman "Chills the blood . . . would make Ian Rankin's old man Rebus choke on his whiskey chaser." — The Big Issue on Dark Flight "Forget Las Vegas, forget Miami, this is CSI Downanhill and it'll keep your adrenaline pumping from the first terrifying page until the last." — Daily Record on Dark Flight "Lin Anderson is world-class, she is here to stay and the dark side of her imagination is more chilling than Sauchiehall Street in a snowstorm." — Daily Record About the Author Lin Anderson is the author of Blood Red Roses , Dark Flight , Deadly Code , Driftnet , and Torch .
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If These Walls Could Talk: Calgary Flames: Stories from the Calgary Flames Ice, Locker Room, and Press Box
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About the Author George Johnson has chronicled the Calgary Flames since 1984 as a newspaper beat reporter, columnist, and now as web content writer for the club. He is married to Rita, also a sports writer, and they're the proud parents of Michela and Sabrina. Peter Maher began his broadcasting career in 1977 and was the radio voice of the Calgary Flames from 1980 until his retirement in 2014. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006 as the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award winner, and in 2010 he called team Canada's gold medal campaign at the Vancouver Olympics. --This text refers to the paperback edition.
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Forged in Blood (Freehold)
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About the Author Michael Z. Williamson is retired military, having served twenty-five years in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force. He was deployed for Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Desert Fox. Williamson is a state-ranked competitive shooter in combat rifle and combat pistol. He has consulted on military matters, weapons, and disaster preparedness for Discovery Channel and Outdoor Channel productions, and is editor-at-large for SurvivalBlog, which has 300,000 weekly readers. In addition, Williamson tests and reviews firearms and gear for manufacturers. Williamson’s books set in his Freehold Universe include Freehold , The Weapon, The Rogue, Better to Beg Forgiveness . . . , Do Unto Others . . . , and When Diplomacy Fails . . . . He is also the author of time-travel novel A Long Time Until Now , as well as The Hero —the latter written in collaboration with New York Times best-selling author John Ringo. Williamson was born in England, raised in Liverpool and Toronto, Canada, and now resides in Indiana with his wife and children.
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LunaLu the Llamacorn
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About the Author Michelle Lloyd is a small-town girl and Elementary School Teacher from Lamar, South Carolina. Her biggest loves are her family and fur babies. Michelle has always enjoyed writing to display her colorful imagination. It has been her dream to write a children's book and looks forward to more adventures with LunaLu.Dee Driggers is an Elementary Art Teacher who loves her students. She is thrilled for the opportunity to reach more children through illustrating LunaLu the Llamacorn and many more books in the future!
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A Walk Toward Oregon: A Memoir
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Review In uncommonly vivid prose, [Josephy] recounts for us... a life lived with much gusto and zest -- Los Angeles Times About the Author Alvin M. Josephy, Jr., is best known for his many books on Native Americans and the American West, including The Patriot Chiefs, The Nez Perce Indians and the Opening of the Northwest.
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Jealousy
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About the Author Nancy Bush is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who has been writing for over thirty years. She and her sister, author Lisa Jackson, began their writing careers in romance and through separate paths found their way to romantic suspense, mysteries and thrillers. Nancys novels include Nowhere Safe , Nowhere to Run , Nowhere to Hide , and Something Wicked . --This text refers to the audioCD edition.
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Capitalism, Hegemony and Violence in the Age of Drones
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About the Author Norman Pollack was Professor of History emeritus at Michigan State University and previously taught at Yale University and Wayne State University, USA. His published works include The Populist Response to Industrial America , The Just Polity , and The Humane Economy . In his last years, he frequently wrote for the online magazine Counterpunch .
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Haunted Wisconsin: Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Badger State (Haunted Series)
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Review There is absolutely no better guide for haunted Wisconsin than Linda S. Godfrey. With her smooth journalistic style and her keen sense of what makes a good ghost story, she has the ability to send chills up and down your spine. --Brad Steiger, Author of Real Ghosts, Restless Spirits, and Haunted PlacesFull of atmosphere and foreboding. --William Zinkus, American Road About the Author Linda S. Godfrey lives in Wisconsin and is an author, artist, and researcher of strange subjects, eccentric people, and unknown creatures. Her previous books include Hunting the American Werewolf (978-1-931599-66-1), Weird Wisconsin (978-0-7607-5944-8), and Strange Wisconsin (978-1-931599-85-6), winner of a bronze medal in the Independent Publisher's 2008 Best Book Awards.
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0811736369
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Toolbox for Sustainable City Living: A do-it-Ourselves Guide
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About the Author Scott Kellogg and Stacy Pettigrew, co-founders of the Rhizome Collective, a non-profit organization based in Austin, Texas, have extensive experience in the fields of ecological design and community activism. They have authored numerous articles on sustainability and the Rhizome Collective and frequently give presentations on radical sustainability at universities and political gatherings across the country. Scott Kellogg and Stacy Pettigrew, co-founders of the Rhizome Collective, a non-profit organization based in Austin, Texas, have extensive experience in the fields of ecological design and community activism. They have authored numerous articles on sustainability and the Rhizome Collective and frequently give presentations on radical sustainability at universities and political gatherings across the country. Juan has worked for the past six years to produce illustrations as part of the beehive collective and travelled throughout the Americas to present and research his artwork.
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No Telephone to Heaven
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Review "The beauty and authority of her writing is coupled in a rare way with profound insight." —Toni Morrison "Mesmerizing … possesses the incantatory power of poetry."— The New York Times Book Review "Structurally ambitious and innovative, making tangible through its form a vivid, spiraling tension between past and present … a triumph of artistic integration, a hard-won harmony between the political and the personal, between realism and the mysteries of the spirit."— Washington Post Book World "I am in awe of Michelle Cliff's achievement. The work is lyrical, intelligent, full of a moral passion kept taut and spare and absolutley unsentimental. The range of her knowledge, insight, and compassion is astonishing." —Janette Turner Hospital "A tour de force. I very much admire what she does with language, and the fact that she's struggling with central issues of our time. A powerful book, truly a stupendous achievement: the complex sense of Jamaica with its anguish and its beauty. In her generation, Cliff is rare and is already distinguished as a writer of great substance and power." —Tillie Olsen About the Author Michelle Cliff (1946-2016) was a Jamaican-American author whose writing explored colonialism and racism. Her body of work includes novels, Abeng , its sequel, No Telephone to Heaven , Free Enterprise , and Into the Interior ; short story collections, The Store of a Million Items and Bodies of Water ; and poetry collections, The Land of Look Behind and Claiming an Identity They Taught Me to Despise .
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0452275695
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Pokémon: Sun & Moon, Vol. 8 (8)
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About the Author Hidenori Kusaka is the writer for VIZ Media’s Pokémon Adventures . Running continuously for over 20 years, Pokémon Adventures is the only manga series to completely cover all the Pokémon games and has become one of the most popular series of all time. Kusaka is currently working on the 14th story arc, Pokémon: Sun & Moon . In addition to writing manga, he also edits children’s books and plans mixed-media projects for Shogakukan’s children’s magazines. He uses the Pokémon Electrode as his author portrait.Satoshi Yamamoto is the artist for VIZ Media’s Pokémon Adventures , which he began working on in 2001, starting with volume 10. Yamamoto launched his manga career in 1993 with the horror-action title Kimen Senshi , which ran in Shogakukan’s Weekly Shonen Sunday magazine, followed by the series Kaze no Denshosha . He is currently working on the 14th story arc in the Pokémon series, Pokémon: Sun & Moon . Yamamoto’s favorite manga creators/artists include Fujiko Fujio ( Doraemon) , Yukinobu Hoshino ( 2001 Nights ) and Katsuhiro Otomo ( Akira ). He loves films, monsters, mysteries, punk rock music and livin’ the good life. He uses the Pokémon Swalot as his artist portrait.
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Six Gun Sound: The Early History of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
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Review ""The chief virtue of this book is Crongeyer's bringing together the work of the first 20 sheriffs."" --""Los Angeles County Historical Society"" About the Author Sven Crongeyer is a 17-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the author of many articles for law enforcement publications. He lives in Northridge, California.
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Kennebago Moments
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About the Author Betsy Wolff Frey is a software developer, author of books for children, and at times, a poet. She is delighted to be able to exercise both sides of her brain, using the logical left side for programming, web design, and demystifying advanced subjects for students. The right side of her brain gets its workout from poetry, children's fiction, and book illustrations. She feels very lucky to live in beautiful places and to have enjoyable work that stimulates her mind. She lives with her husband, Eric, in Wyoming and Maine.
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A Cherry Cola Christmas (A Cherry Cola Book Club Novel)
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Review “The challenges of keeping any library anywhere open and effectively serving its patrons is a problem facing most communities. Lee brings these salient topics to light in an unpredictably entertaining series.”-- Booklist “If Fannie Flagg and Jan Karon’s Mitford were to come together, the end result might very well be Cherico, Mississippi."--Michael Morris, author of Man in the Blue Moon About the Author Ashton Lee was born in historic Natchez, Mississippi, into a large, extended Southern family which gave him much fodder for his fiction later in life. His father, who wrote under the pen name of R. Keene Lee right after WWII, was an editor and writer in New York of what is now called pulp fiction. As a result, Ashton inherited a love of reading and writing early on and did all the things aspiring authors are supposed to do, including majoring in English when he attended The University of the South, affectionately known as Sewanee. While there, he studied Creative Writing under Andrew Lytle, then editor of the Sewanee Review , and a member of the Southern Agrarians in the 1920s.Ashton lives in Oxford, MS , enjoying the amenities of a university town that many writers have called hom e. Readers can like Ashton Lee at: facebook.com/ashtonlee.net.
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The Sludge
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About the Author David Bernstein is originally from a small town in upstate New York called Salisbury Mills. He now resides in NYC and misses being surrounded by chainsaw-wielding maniacs and wild backwoods people who like to eat human flesh. He's grown used to the city, though hiding bodies is much harder there. He is the author of the A Mixed Bag of Blood, Goblins, Skinner, The Unhinged, Witch Island, The Tree Man, Relic of Death as well as others. He is also one of the co-authors of Jackpot.
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Play Time (Play With Series) (Sight Word Readers)
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About the Author Linda Ward Beech is a New York City based writer who has written numerous books for children and teachers.
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0439511674
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The Vampyre and Other Tales of the Macabre (Oxford World's Classics)
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Review `Moving effortlessly from folklore to melodrama, the Introduction assesses the position that Polidori's story . . . We may not be ableto recover the experience of the origianl readers, but we can be grateful to the editors for bringing back to life tales that are not only of academic interest but which still exert their own nightmarish fascination' Studies in Hogg and his World About the Author Chris Baldick is Head of English at Goldsmith's College, University of London. Robert Morrison is Associate Professor of English at Acadia University, Canada.
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019955241X
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French Illusions: My Story as an American Au Pair in the Loire Valley
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Review "The book ( French Illusions : My Story as an American Au Pair in the Loire Valley) is an honest account of the author's life and her dreams to travel the world. The book is insightful and it captures the beauty of the Loire Valley." -Readers' Favorite Book Review and Award Contest "Impeccably written and proffering a fascinating peek into an extraordinary life, French Illusions is a memoire par excellence and a notable debut from an author who deserves a place on your bookshelf. It is highly recommended." -Book Viral "I found that I couldn't put this book down, reading it when I should have been doing other things. I thought the author did a good job of making something that could have become mundane into a fun, insightful look into a different culture. It reads much like a novel, including both romance and adventure, and I'm looking forward to the sequel." -Amazon Reviewer"The story is fast-paced, well-written and delivers an excellent look into the domestic life of this privileged family, as well as many of the cultural aspects of living in France."- Patricia Sands, award-winning author of The Promise of Provence About the Author Linda Kovic-Skow resides in Kirkland, Washington. She earned an Associate Degree in Medical Assisting in 1978 from North Seattle Community College and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Seattle University in 1985. She has been married for 27 years and has two daughters. An enthusiastic traveler, Linda also enjoys boating, gardening and socializing with friends. French Illusions, her debut memoir, is the culmination of a three-year project.
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Wicked Appetite (Lizzy and Diesel)
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Review “LAUGH-OUT-LOUD FUNNY.” ― St. Louis Post Dispatch on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “HOT AND SASSY” ― The Boston Herald on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “A PLUM PICK.” ― People on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “IRRESISTIBLE.” ― Houston Chronicle on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “BRILLIANTLY EVOCATIVE.” ― Denver Post on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “OUTRAGEOUS.” ― Publishers Weekly on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “STUNNING.” ― Booklist on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “OFF BEAT AND HILARIOUS.” ― Romantic Times BOOKreviews on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “HIGHLY ENJOYABLE…WHO CAN RESIST?” ― Chicago Tribune on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels “A GOOD TIME.” ― New York Daily News on Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels About the Author Janet Evanovich is the #1 bestselling author of the Stephanie Plum novels, twelve romance novels, the Alexandra Barnaby novels, the Lizzy and Diesel novels, and How I Write: Secrets of a Bestselling Author . She lives in Florida.
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Clark Weber's Rock and Roll Radio: The Fun Years, 1955-1975
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About the Author Clark Weber has been a radio personality, first in Wisconsin, and then in Chicago for more than 50 years. He became a disc jockey icon during those years, and was especially known for his work at WLS and then WCFL before going into talk radio at WJJD and WIND in the '80s. Today, Clark has a successful consulting business and lives with his wife, Joan, in a Chicago suburb.
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0979789214
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Dead Famous (A Mallory Novel)
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Review "Blazingly original. O'Connell transcends the genre." About the Author Carol O'Connell is the author of eight previous Mallory novels, including the national bestseller Winter House , and of Judas Child .
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0425197972
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THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO WRITING WELL AND GETTING PUBLISHED: Bonus Feature ~ Making Decent Dollars Writing Plus Little-Known Reward-Reaping Benefits
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About the Author Robert Banfelder is an award-winning crime-thriller novelist and outdoors writer. He holds both a Masters of Arts Degree (genre Creative Writing) and a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Cum Laude) from Queens College of the City University of New York. Banfelder taught college English composition courses, literature, creative writing, poetry, and adult education courses, which he designed. The chairperson of the English Department noted Banfelder as a "gifted teacher." Bob is an avid outdoorsman and has authored books on fishing and hunting in addition to having written numerous outdoor articles that have appeared in many well-known national and regional publications. Bob is a member of the Outdoor Writers Association of America, New York State Outdoor Writer's Association, and the Long Island Outdoor Communicators Network. Bob also co-hosts (with Donna Derasmo) an eclectic Cablevision TV show: Special Interests with Bob & Donna. The dynamic duo has interviewed a number of personalities, including authors, journalists, artists, scientists, entertainers, et al. Please visit www.robertbanfelder.com for a complete listing of his published works.
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Coleman National Forest Campground and Recreation Directory: The Only Complete Guide to All National Forest Campgrounds
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From the Back Cover There are over 4,300 National Forest campgrounds across the United States. While some are popular and well-known, many are obscure gems, seldom visited. This directory will help you find National Forest campgrounds that best fit your needs. A photo, map and description accompanies campground information from every national forest. (8 1/4 x 11, 656 pages, color photos, maps, icons)
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0762707879
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Freedom Heroines (Profiles #4) (4)
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From Booklist The latest entry in the Profiles series singles out six women who made history: suffragettes Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton; women’s rights advocate Jane Addams; Ida B. Wells, who worked against discrimination and lynching; Alice Paul, who fought to pass the Nineteenth Amendment, allowing women to vote; and Rosa Parks, a black woman who spurred the movement for equal rights and opportunity. Each profile emphasizes the woman’s contributions to the cause of women’s rights, in particular how the deep passion each one felt added to their success. The writing is matter-of-fact, with the design shouldering a lot of the load to distinguish each woman. Photos and reproductions of printed items, mostly black-and-white, lend context. Very useful for reports, the collective perspective establishes a through line of significance: with courage, perseverance, and determination, these women changed their lives as well as the lives of those who came after them. Grades 4-7. --Julie Cummins About the Author FRIEDA WISHINSKY has written over seventy books for children, including Alfie, No! ; Oonga Boonga ; You're Mean, Lily Jean ; the Marilyn Baillie Picture Book Award winner Please, Louise! ; the middle-grade series Survival, and the non-fiction books Explorers Who Made It . . . or died trying ; Everything but the Kitchen Sink and Colossal Canada . Frieda lives in Toronto, Ontario with her husband. Visit her online at www.friedawishinsky.com.
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Catholicism Today, Third Edition: A Survey of Catholic Belief and Practice
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Review A basic overview of Catholic faith and teachings. It would be a useful quick reference in any Catholic home. -- Catholic Library World <br \><br \>A very good basic overview of Catholic faith and teachings. -- Catholic Library World <br \><br \>Kohmescher's survey is clearly written and theologically moderate. It is the fruit of his experience as a classroom teacher. -- Lawrence S. Cunningham <br \><br \>The strengths of the book lie in the comprehensive nature of the material and the way the topics are presented. -- The Furrow <br \><br \>The strengths of the book lie in the nature of the material and the nontechnical way the topics are presented. -- The Furrow <br \><br \>The strengths of the book lie in the nature of the material, and very readable way the topics are presented. -- The Furrow <br \><br \>This book is a readable compendium of Catholic faith and practice that nourishes the heart as well as the mind. -- William P. Roberts This book is a very readable compendium of Catholic faith and practice that nourishes the heart and the mind. -- William P. Roberts, Professor of Theology, The University of Dayton This book presents a simple and balanced survey of traditional Catholic belief and practice. -- Religious Studies Review About the Author Matthew F. Kohmescher, S.M., is a part time professor at the University of Dayton, OH. A past president of the College Theology Society, he holds an S.T.D. from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland.
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Prisoner B-3087
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Review Praise for Prisoner B-3087 : A Junior Library Guild SelectionGolden Sower Award, 2014-2015 Winner NebraskaIsinglass Teen Read Award, 2014-2015 Winner New HampshirePennsylvania Young Readers' Choice Award, 2014-2015 Winner PennsylvaniaJunior Book Award, 2015-2016 Winner South CarolinaGrand Canyon Reader Award, 2015-2016 Winner ArizonaTruman Readers Award, 2015-2016 Winner MissouriReaders Choice Awards, Winner 2015-2016 Virginia Volunteer State Book Award Winner, 2015-2016 Tennessee"A powerful story, well told." -- School Library Journal "A bone-chilling tale not to be ignored." -- Kirkus Reviews "[A] remarkable survival story." -- Booklist "Gratz ably conveys . . . fatalism, yearning, and determination in the face of the unimaginable." -- Publishers Weekly "Heartbreaking, gripping, raw, and emotional . . . storytelling at its finest." -- VOYA
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Laird of the Black Isle
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Review "4 stars! Sensual and poignant, powerful and meaningful. The nonstop action propels the plot as much as the twists and turns. Highland romance readers rejoice!"― --RT Book Reviews on A Highlander's Christmas Kiss "What could be better than being wrapped up in a cozy plaid in front of a fire? Reading Paula Quinn's historical romance featuring wounded but hunky Highlander Cailean Grant, that's what."― --Omnivoracious, The Amazon Book Review on A Highlander's Christmas Kiss "Top Pick. Ms. Quinn weaves a powerful story of redemption, responsibility, betrayal and finally love between Temperance and Cailean."― --Night Owl Reviews on A Highlander's Christmas Kiss "4 stars! Quinn and her Highlanders are a perfect match, and Malcolm Grant is the ideal Scotsman for a tale that's humorous, poignant and highly romantic. Quinn understands and motivates her characters carefully. She delves into their deepest thoughts and makes readers truly care about their lives."― ---RT Book Reviews on The Taming of Malcolm Grant "Scottish romance at its very best! Deliciously romantic and sensual, Paula Quinn captures the heart of the Highlands in a tender, passionate romance that you won't be able to put down."― --Monica McCarty, New York Times bestselling author on Seduced by a Highlander About the Author New York Times bestselling author Paula Quinn lives in New York with her three beautiful children, three over-protective chihuahuas, and a loud umbrella cockatoo. She loves to read romance and science fiction and has been writing since she was eleven. She loves all things medieval, but it is her love for Scotland that pulls at her heartstrings.
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A Pug's Guide to Happiness: Unleash Your Inner Pugness
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About the Author Elaine Clayton is an artist, author/illustrator, Reiki Master and intuitive reader. Her books for children include illustrations for Pulitzer Prize winning author Jane Smiley and Gregory Maguire, author of the novel WICKED, the popular Broadway musical. Her books for adults on intuitive intelligence include MAKING MARKS: Discover the Art of Intuitive Drawing. Elaine lives in Connecticut with her family where she works in her studio and is the mother of two sons and a pug-daughter named Georgia.
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194596250X
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The Annotated Secret Garden (The Annotated Books)
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Review Gerzina's expert commentary is not only a fascinating Introduction...but it will also delight the book's many ardent admirers. [S]plendid. -- Michael Patrick Hearn, editor of The Annotated Wizard of Oz About the Author Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was an Anglo-American playwright and author. She is best known for her children's stories, in particular The Secret Garden , A Little Princess , and Little Lord Fauntleroy . Gretchen Holbrook Gerzina is a professor of English at Dartmouth College. She is the author of Frances Hodgson Burnett , Black London , Carrington , Looking for Bijah and Lucy , and editor of The Annotated Secret Garden . She lives near Hanover, New Hampshire.
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B002KE4884
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You're Not the Boss of Me: Brat-proofing Your Four- to Twelve-Year-Old Child
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From the Back Cover "Save me! My child is acting like a brat!" What parent hasn't thought her child was a brat at one point or another? Whether your child really is a brat, is at risk of becoming one, or is simply trying to grow up in a world filled with temptations and distractions, you'll love this book! It's the ultimate hands-on guide to cultivating character traits that are tried-and-true "bratbusters." Full of no-nonsense, practical "Tips and Scripts," You're Not the Boss of Me offers just the help you need to deal with many of the more challenging behaviors typical of four- to twelve-year-olds. With Betsy Brown Braun's humorous, supportive, and authoritative voice as a guide, navigating some of the most exasperating aspects of these formative years with confidence and laying the groundwork for your child's future just got a whole lot easier! It's All Here—What to Say and Do to Help Your Child: Get Over the Gimmes Get Over the Gimmes Tell the Truth Tell the Truth Be Self-Reliant Be Self-Reliant Develop Empathy Develop Empathy Show Gratitude Show Gratitude Be Respectful Be Respectful Take Responsibility Take Responsibility Be Independent Be Independent Exercise Humor Exercise Humor and Not Be Spoiled! and Not Be Spoiled! About the Author Betsy Brown Braun is the bestselling author of Just Tell Me What to Say , a renowned child development and behavior specialist, popular parent educator, and mother of adult triplets. She is a frequent speaker at educational and business conferences, has been a guest expert on Today , the Early Show , Good Morning America , and NPR, and has been cited in USA Today , the New York Times , Family Circle , Parents , Parenting , Cookie , and Woman's Day , among other publications. As the founder of Parenting Pathways, Inc., Betsy offers private consulting and parent seminars as well. She and her husband live in Pacific Palisades, California.
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0061346632
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Handbook of Optics, Third Edition Volume III: Vision and Vision Optics(set)
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About the Author The Optical Society of America is a professional society dedicated to serving optics professionals and academics, in the U.S. and around the world. Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Michael Bass is professor emeritus at the University of Central Florida's Center for Research and Education in Optics and Lasers (CREOL). Associate Editors: Dr. Casimer M. DeCusatis is a distinguished engineer and technical executive with IBM Corporation. Dr. Jay Enoch is dean emeritus at the School of Optometry at the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Vasudevan Lakshminarayanan is professor of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Waterloo, Ontario. Dr. Guifang Li is professor of Optics and Electrical/Computing Engineering at the University of Central Florida. Dr. Carolyn MacDonald is a professor at the University at Albany, and director of the Center for X-ray Optics. Dr. Virendra N. Mahajan is a distinguished engineer at The Aerospace Corporation. Dr. Eric Van Stryland is a professor of The College of Optics and Photonics, University of Central Florida.
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0071498915
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Woodstock: Three Days That Rocked the World
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From Publishers Weekly Having been talked about, written about, filmed, photographed and remembered in the hearts and minds of millions worldwide, Woodstock remains the seminal musical and cultural event of the last century. In this coffee-table tribute, Evans and Kingsbury offer a balanced, moving and chronological pictorial of each of the 31 acts from the three and a half days, beginning with Richie Havens and ending with Jimi Hendrix. In addition to a foreword by Martin Scorsese are numerous, firsthand accounts from concert-goers, crew members, farm hands and musicians like David Crosby: It looked like an encampment of a Macedonian army on a Greek hill, crossed with the biggest batch of gypsies you've ever seen. The book provides political and social context that led up to the three days of peace & music. Flower child or not, readers will come away with a tangible Woodstock experience (though perhaps without the smell). Color photos. (July) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Review "A terrifically handsome photo book." -- New York Daily News "...a balanced, moving and chronological pictorial of each of the 31 acts from the three and a half days.... In addition to a foreword by Martin Scorsese are numerous, firsthand accounts from concert-goers, crew members, farm hands and musicians.... The book provides political and social context that led up to the 'three days of peace & music.' Flower child or not, readers will come away with a tangible Woodstock experience." -- Publishers Weekly "...provides candid offstage shots of performers accompanied by snippets of their observations, nearly all pithy or haunting.... Interesting tidbits and reminders abound." -- Booklist
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Little Owl's Day
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Review Praise for LITTLE OWL'S DAY : "Young readers will enjoy following Little Owl on his explorations, and this story, paired with Ashley Wolff’s Baby Bear Sees Blue (S. & S., 2012), can instill in them a sense of wonder at the natural world." — School Library Journal "Srinivasan conveys the magic of a fantasy world that will delight very young children." — Kirkus "This is a worthy companion to Little Owl’s Night (2011), and the bold, eye-catching artwork will work equally well with kids in groups or kids on laps." — Booklist Praise for Divya's first book, LITTLE OWL’S NIGHT : "This debut picture book gets it all just right. The story, while familiar, is executed deftly and with heart, and the crisp graphic elements of the artwork juxtapose well against the pretty prose." — Booklist , starred review "The story's chief virtue is its graceful, balletic prose... It's a provocative inversion of the classic bedtime story, and a solid first outing. Srinivasan's message is that night is a delightful place, and that's useful knowledge for small children." — Publishers Weekly "A graceful bedtime story celebrates the beauty found in night... Hold on to Little Owl's tail feathers and soar." — Kirkus "This exceptional first book by Srinivasan, a talented illustrator... follows Little Owl during his nighttime explorations... this bedtime tale may even convert children who are afraid of the dark into adventuresome night owls" — New York Times Book Review"This is the most visually and verbally gorgeous picture book of the year... Simple, dazzling - and simply dazzling." — The Boston Globe About the Author Divya Srinivasan lives in Austin, Texas. Her other books are Little Owl's Night, Little Owl's Day, the soon to be released Little Owl's Snow, and Octopus Alone . She also illustrated the picture book, Cinnamon , written by Neil Gaiman.
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1101997095
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Painted Word: A Treasure Chest of Remarkable Words and Their Origins
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From the Back Cover Lore for Logophiliacs and Word Hoarders Deepak Chopra calls author Phil Cousineau a "word wizard" and NPR's Susan Stamberg hailed his Wordcatcher as a must-read "because it's fun." Cousineau, linguistic detective and dictionary delver, is back with a priceless treasury of word stories and literary obscura that will enchant any lover of language. The words themselves range from the commonplace, such as biscuit , a twice-baked cake for Roman soldiers, to loanwords like chaparral , courtesy of Basque shepards who came to the American West; from word-reversals such as silly , which evolved from "holy" to "goofy" in a mere thousand years, and to words well worthy of revival, such as carrytale , a wandering storyteller. Cousineau's journey through the history and mystery of words will enlighten as it delights. About the Author Phil Cousineau is a bestselling author, editor, photographer, award-winning documentary filmmaker, adventure travel leader, and independant scholar who lectures around the world on a wide range of topics from mythology, mentorship, and soul. His books include The Art of Pilgrimage, Soul Moments, Riddle Me This, and The Soul Aflame. A protege of the late Joseph Campbell, Cousineau is also the author of The Hero's Journey: Joseph Campbell on His Life and Work. He lives in San Francisco, California.
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1936740176
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Conversations with Picasso
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From the Inside Flap "Read this book if you want to understand me."—Pablo Picasso Conversations with Picasso offers a remarkable vision of both Picasso and the entire artistic and intellectual milieu of wartime Paris, a vision provided by the gifted photographer and prolific author who spent the early portion of the 1940s photographing Picasso's work. Brassaï carefully and affectionately records each of his meetings and appointments with the great artist, building along the way a work of remarkable depth, intimate perspective, and great importance to anyone who truly wishes to understand Picasso and his world. About the Author Brassaï (born Gyula Halász, 1899—1984) was a photographer, journalist, and author of photographic monographs and literary works, including Letters to My Parents and Proust in the Power of Photography , both published by the University of Chicago Press. Jane Marie Todd is a translator whose books include Brassaï's Henry Miller, Happy Rock and Largesse by Jean Starobinski, both published by the University of Chicago Press.
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0226071499
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Assimilation and Contrast in Social Psychology
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Review "...Graduate students and professionals, clinicians as well as researchers, will find the great challenge of the process a unique and very enlightening experience that will undoubtedly alter their thinking in more or less profound ways. I highly recommend the book." - Brent Dean Robbins, PsycCritiques About the Author Despite the importance and amount of research activity devoted to assimilation and contrast processes by social psychologists, there has been no volume that is devoted to this topic. Assimilation and Contrast in Social Psychology consists of original essays on classic and contemporary developments concerning assimilation and contrast. The editors have invited a set of leading researchers who represent a wide range of theory, evidence and application of these phenomena. The book will also include a chapter presenting a historical survey of relevant developments in psychophysics and social and cognitive psychology. A closing chapter will provide a synthesis and suggest future directions. This volume is suitable for professionals, graduate students and advanced undergraduates.
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1841694495
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One-Day Crochet: Projects: Easy Crochet Projects You Can Complete in One Day (Easy Crochet Series)
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Review " I would recommended this book for anyone wanting small crochet projects to do in a short time or are just starting off." - Lysanne P."This book has everything that you need to start making your own crocheted projects." - Infoforyou"...so I found this book which explains all the basics stiches, types of hooks and small projects that anybody can follow." - Amazon Customer --This text refers to the paperback edition. About the Author Barb Asselin is a college professor and best-selling author who is published in many different genres including education, law, real estate, writing, online business, golfing, crafting, parenting, internet marketing, entrepreneurship, baby sign language, fitness, office administration, children's fiction and children's non-fiction. She is an avid reader of many different genres and has been passionate about writing since grade school when she wrote her first short story about vampires. This was in the 1980s....way before Twilight! Barb has been creating and administering websites and social media accounts since 2006. She loves to learn and apply the latest traffic techniques and online sales strategies to see what works best. Her daughters call her a "computer geek" and she is OK with that. She loves to teach through her courses, books, and textbooks, and strives to make a connection with each student and reader. Barb lives in Canada with her husband, Mike, and two adorable daughters, Casey and Jamie. They enjoy music, skiing, golfing, running, and mixed martial arts. --This text refers to the paperback edition.
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Set Free: A Journey Toward Solidarity Against Racism
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About the Author Tobin Miller Shearer is co-founder with Regina Shands Stoltzfus of the Damascus Road anti-racism process (now Roots of Justice) and an award-winning professor of history and African American studies at the University of Montana. He is the author of five books and more than one hundred articles. His work has appeared in publications such as The Chicago Tribune, Conspire, The Mennonite, and Anabaptist Historians. He blogs at Truth and Grace. Shearer is also the co-founder with Cheryl Miller Shearer of the anti-racism training and consulting nonprofit, Widerstand Consulting (www.widerstandconsulting.org). Regina Shands Stoltzfus was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and lived there the first half of her life. She currently lives in Goshen, Indiana, and teaches at Goshen College in the religion, justice and society department. Regina is co-founder of the Roots of Justice Anti-Oppression program (formerly Damascus Road Anti-Racism Program) and has worked widely in peace education. She holds a master of arts degree in biblical studies from Ashland Theological Seminary and a PhD in theology and ethics from Chicago Theological Seminary. She is the author of two previous books and her many articles have appeared in publications such as Sojourners and The Mennonite . She has also written for the Anabaptist Historians blog. Iris de Leon-Hartshorn is the director of the Peace and Justice Ministries Department of Mennonite Central Committee U.S. Iris lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with her husband Leo Hartshorn. They are the parents of three children.
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0836191579
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Nomad: Girl Without a World
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From Booklist McKeever takes the YA know-how he established on Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane and applies it to Nomad, late of Captain America, a teen refugee from an alternate reality. Her isolation is used to good effect for readers who may be familiar with a sense of exclusion, as a secret empire tests its new method of mind control on Nomad’s high school, turning normal students into a group of rabble-rousers who exact a heavy price from those who don’t fall into line. The suggestion that outcasts are being created by a shadowy conspiracy is a small stroke of genius that many teens will embrace as a paranoid amplification of their own social world. Baldeon’s art is strong on action if slightly less so on faces and expressions, but Nomad’s doomed attempts to establish connections deepen the emotional investment, and guest stars the Young Avengers offer a little something extra. Though it uses characters and ideas from some obscure corners of Marvel’s history, no prior knowledge is needed to enjoy this only slightly didactic whiz-bang adventure. Grades 8-12. --Jesse Karp
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0785144196
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Edda
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Review STARRED REVIEW Just as Saga (2008) exploded beyond opener Epic (2007), this third volume ratchets up this science-fiction gaming series to a whole new level.Inside electronic world Edda, created and once played but now long deserted by humans, sentient Lord Scanthax rules all. He vanquishes other electronic realms via portal, killing everyone—sentient or not, he doesn't care. But Scanthax, lacking DNA, can't script new weapons. For that, he's preserved the life of the only human left on the uninhabitable planet that houses Edda's servers. Scanthax-controlled robots tend 15-year-old Penelope'sunderused physical body inside an airlock. Penelope's brain and consciousness are healthy and angry: Her avatar, Princess, has the run of Edda, but only as long as Penelope scripts the weapons Scanthax demands. Penelope wants, as Princess, to search other electronic worlds for avatars with humans behind them; having known only Scanthax her entire life, she craves human connection. Meanwhile, across this chain of worlds that were once games, electronic but very real Ghost from Saga sets out with human Erik from New Earth—as avatar Cindella—to find the conqueror threatening Saga's sentient inhabitants. Combatants clash; worlds clash (techno/punk, traditional fantasy, military); philosophies clash (pacifism, preservation, revenge); loyalties hold steady.Humans, electronic beings and servers are separated by light years and metaphysics, but Kostick's action-filled series conclusion is immediate and relevant. (Science fiction. 13 & up) About the Author Conor Kostick was a designer for the world’s first livefantasy role-playing game. He lives in Dublin, Ireland,where he teaches medieval history at Trinity College. Epic is his first novel.
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For Women Only: Motorhome Care & Maintenance: What You Need to Know (The RV Lifestyle)
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About the Author Margo Armstrong spent most of her professional life writing documentation for high-tech corporations. Now semi-retired, she continues to travel the USA in her motorhome (20 years full-time, the last 6 years solo) exploring, writing eBooks, and sometimes workamping for a season to get the true flavor of a locale. She loves sharing this wonderful lifestyle with others planning to travel the same path.
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0692772413
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Writing Essays About Literature
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Review "I feel that the language of the book and the way that it is sectioned is at exactly the right level of simplicity and depth for my students to clearly understand the concepts without confusion, but also without causing them to feel as if they are being talked down to.""I think it is the best of its kind, and I hope it continues to be in print for many years to come." About the Author Kelley Griffith earned a BA from Wake Forest University and an MA and PhD in English from the University of Pennsylvania. In his 34-year teaching career at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, he taught courses in composition, American literature, English literature, European literature, and literary research. In 1996 he won the Alumni Teaching Excellence Award, UNCGreensboro's top honor for outstanding teaching. He is the author of two textbooks, Narrative Fiction: An Introduction and Anthology (Harcourt Brace, 1994) and Writing Essays about Literature: A Guide and Style Sheet (Wadsworth Cengage Learning), soon to appear in its ninth edition. Upon his retirement in 2002, he completed the Fine and Creative Woodworking Program at Rockingham Community College and now makes custom furniture. Examples of his work can be seen at www.sunburstfinewoodworking.com. He continues to be a deeply engaged reader of literature and maintains a strong interest in literary theory and pedagogy. On occasion he teaches non-credit courses at UNCG. In his new career he has been struck by how the skills required for interpreting and writing about literature mesh with those for operating a small business and making furniture. These skills include such things as analyzing complicated structures, doing research, solving problems, thinking systematically, and communicating clearly and persuasively to a general audience.
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The Devil's Horse (Morland Dynasty)
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From the Publisher In the Morland Dynasty Series , the majestic sweep of English history is richly and movingly portrayed through the fictional lives of the Morland family. The 22 volumes that comprise this elegantly produced series offer entertainment of the most compelling kind. About the Author Cynthia Harrod-Eagles is the author of the hugely popular Morland Dynasty novels, which have captivated and enthralled readers for decades. She is also the author of the contemporary Bill Slider mystery series, as well as her recent series, War at Home, which is an epic family drama set against the backdrop of World War I. Cynthia's passions are music, wine, horses, architecture and the English countryside.
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0751500801
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Food Allergy Guide to Soy: How to Eat Safely and Well Soy Free
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About the Author Bill Bowling is a writer, artist and teacher who has logged many work hours in the area of medical and human services. His interest in food allergies began close to home when his wife developed an allergy to soy. This book grew out of the effort to learn more about the allergen's effects.
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0983457131
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The Annals of a Country Doctor
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About the Author Carl Matlock, MD, graduated from Butler University with a BS in Chemistry and Zoology in 1968, and from Indiana University Medical School with an MD in 1971. He lives near Mitchell, Indiana, with his wife of nearly 50 years, Janet. When not spending time with his three children and five grandchildren, he enjoys fishing, farming, and reading.
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Guided Reading: Making It Work: Two Teachers Share Their Insights, Strategies, and Lessons for Helping Every Child Become a Successful Reader (Teaching Strategies)
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About the Author Carleen daCruz Payne is a teacher at Centre Ridge Elementary School in Fairfax County, Virginia. Mary Browning Schulman teaches at William Halley Elementary in the same district. They are the authors of the best-selling Getting the Most Out of Morning Message and Other Shared Writing Lessons, a Scholastic Professional Book.
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0439116392
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St. Francis of Assisi and the Conversion of the Muslims
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Review A fascinating study of the encounters between on of the Church's greatest and most daringly imaginative saints, and some of the most inveterate enemies Christendom had ever known. This book is full of lessons for contemporary Christians engaged in efforts at 'dialogue' with Muslims, in whatever form those 'dialogues' take. --Robert SpencerThis is a rare and daring approach to the life of St. Francis and one that is so necessary in our world at this time. --Fr. Angelus Shaughnessy, O.F.M. Cap. About the Author Frank M. Rega is a third Order secular Franciscan who has long studied St. Francis of Assisi and Padre Pio. In addition to writing St. Francis of Assisi and the Conversion of the Muslims , he is also the author of Padre Pio and America . Aside from writing, he also moderates a 350-member Internet prayer group based on St. Pio, and hosts SanPadrePio.com. Frank Rega studied at Yale University, and has been employed as a software consultant.
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0895558580
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DK Eyewitness Great Britain (Travel Guide)
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Review "Known… for its four-color maps, photos and illustrations, the [DK] Eyewitness Guides are extremely user-friendly for travelers who want their information delivered in a concise, visual way." – Chicago Tribune "The best option… Color photos, maps, and diagrams bring the place to life." – The Philadelphia Inquirer About the Author Experience the world with DK Travel. DK Travel's highly visual guides show you what others only tell you, with easy- to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your trip. Our travel writers report on what to see, eat, drink and do around the world, while the very best photographs and illustrations bring cities, regions and countries to life. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations around the world, from handy pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
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0241408296
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Principles of Helicopter Flight
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About the Author W. J. Wagtendonk is a retired flight instructor and a former pilot in the Royal New Zealand Air Force. He is the founder of the Nelson Aviation College in Motueka, New Zealand, the first flight school approved to conduct both fixed-wing and helicopter courses.
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Once Upon a Story: The Secret Garden
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About the Author Frances Hodgson Burnett (November 24, 1849 – October 29, 1924) was an English playwright and author. She is best known for her children's stories, in particular The Secret Garden (published in 1911), A Little Princess (published in 1905), and Little Lord Fauntleroy (published in 1885-6). She was born in Cheetham, England and in 1865 emigrated to the United States, settling near Knoxville, Tennessee.
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Christmas Secret
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From Publishers Weekly Richardson the lion, an ex-sailor, is paid a visit by his old captain, Quilty the pelican, 24 days before Christmas. The bird tells his former mate that a tremendous blizzard is coming, and Richardson uses his seafaring skills to determine that the storm will arrive on Christmas Eve. Fearful that Santa won't be able to get through the snow, Richardson enlists the help of a mouse friend named Tag and makes all the toys needed for Christmas. His heroism does not go unnoticed: the lion awakens Christmas morning at the North Pole and finds that Santa has a job to offer him. Less would probably have been more in this holiday book, as the tale includes too many insignificant characters and plot digressions, and the stylized illustrations are overcrowded with detail. Delamare's ( The Hawk's Tale ) anthropomorphized animals are a strange mix of human and beastly qualities; they all have five fingers and walk about on two legs, but their heads are animal-like (though the eyes are startlingly human). Still, the book has an old-fashioned feel, and it may appeal to lovers of sentimental Christmas stories. Ages 3-7. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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067174822X
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Children's Special Places: Exploring the Role of Forts, Dens, and Bush Houses in Middle Childhood (Landscapes of Childhood Series)
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Book Description An examination of the secret world of children that shows how important special places are to a child's development. From the Publisher From the ages of five to twelve, the middle years of childhood, young people explore their surroundings and find or construct private spaces. In these secret places, children develop and control environments of their own and enjoy freedom from the rules of the adult world. "Children's Special Places" enters these hidden worlds, reveals their importance to children's development and emotional health, and shows educators, parents, and other adults how they can foster a bond between young people and nature that is important to maturation. About the Author David Sobel is the director of the Teacher Certification Programs in the Education Department of Antioch New England Graduate School. Read more
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0814330266
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Spirals of Consciousness: Cracking the cosmic code of depression
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About the Author Mary Ballard was born in Aberdeen, Scotland. On leaving school, she worked as a trainee reporter in a news agency where she interviewed rock bands such as the Rolling Stones and The Who. The bright lights attracted her to London, which she describes as being a cultural extravaganza, "very carefree but exciting," and two of the best years of her life. Then , on to Europe where she lived in Paris and Greece. A truly magical time. Her study of spirituality followed an out-of-body experience that changed her life dramatically when she found she no longer suffered from depression or sleepless nights. The author is a qualified counsellor, a teacher and tutor of children with learning difficulties. She holds a Diploma in Journalism, a BSc in Psychology/Social Studies, and a Master's Degree in Education. Mary has two grown daughters, and with her husband of many years now lives in the Waikato District of New Zealand.
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Introduction to Probability Models
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Review Praise from Reviewers:“I think Ross has done an admirable job of covering the breadth of applied probability. Ross writes fantastic problems which really force the students to think divergently...The examples, like the exercises are great.- Matt Carlton, California Polytechnic Institute“This is a fascinating introduction to applications from a variety of disciplines. Any curious student will love this book."- Jean LeMaire, University of Pennsylvania“This book may be a model in the organization of the education process. I would definitely rate this text to be the best probability models book at its level of difficulty...far more sophisticated and deliberate than its competitors.- Kris Ostaszewski, University of Illinois Review Ross's bestseller--now updated with new material for actuarial exams and current applications in engineering, science, business, and economics About the Author Dr. Sheldon M. Ross is a professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Southern California. He received his PhD in statistics at Stanford University in 1968. He has published many technical articles and textbooks in the areas of statistics and applied probability. Among his texts are A First Course in Probability, Introduction to Probability Models, Stochastic Processes, and Introductory Statistics. Professor Ross is the founding and continuing editor of the journal Probability in the Engineering and Informational Sciences. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics, a Fellow of INFORMS, and a recipient of the Humboldt US Senior Scientist Award. Read more
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EPPP Fundamentals, Step One: Review for the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology
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About the Author Anne S. Klee, PhD, CPRP, has worked at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System for the past ten years. She is also an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the Yale University School of Medicine. Bret A. Moore, Psy.D., ABPP is founder of Military Psychology Consulting and Adjunct Associate Professor in Psychiatry at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
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0826188249
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Hidden History of Denver
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About the Author Elizabeth Victoria Wallace was born and educated in England. In 1978, she moved from England to the United States with her husband and three young sons. Over the past ten years, she has published seven books that include works of regional history, travel and historical fiction. Wallace is very active in the community, giving workshops and seminars and attending conferences. She also supports the Gathering Place, a daytime shelter for women and children in Denver. Wallace is the founding member of the Castle Rock Writers and a member of Denver Woman's Press Club and the Society of Women Writers and Journalists in London.She has appeared live on television and radio and is known as one of the "Word Mavens" of Kansas City for originating a monthly program on the local NPR affiliate that discussed the origins of everyday sayings.
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Adobe Premiere Pro CC: Visual Quickstart Guide (Visual Quickstart Guides)
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About the Author Jan Ozer has worked with digital video since 1990, and since 1996 has served as a contributing editor for Streaming Media Magazine and has written extensively for other web and print publications. Jan’s numerous titles on digital video, including Producing Streaming Video for Multiple Screen Delivery , The Hands-On Guide to Flash Video, DV 101: A Hands-On Guide for Business, Government and Educators and his books on Adobe Premiere Elements¿¿¿¿ have been translated into seven languages. Jan also co-produced Adobe Premiere Pro: Learn by Video , and was the sole producer of Producing Great Video with the Adobe Media Encoder , both for Video2Brain. When not chasing his daughters around with a camcorder, Jan shoots, streams, and produces concert and training DVDs for local musicians in Southwest Virginia, and teaches courses in digital video production.
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0321929543
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American Menswear: From the Civil War to the Twenty-First Century (Costume Society of America Series)
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From the Back Cover If clothes make the man, who makes the clothes--and the trends they inspire? Fashion historian Daniel Delis Hill takes readers on a fascinatingly detailed tour of America's changing sartorial landscape, tracing menswear from the tailors and "slop shops" of the early nineteenth century to Calvins, tattoos, and the Armani tux. Each chronological section covers the full range of men's clothing by category, including suits and evening wear, outerwear, sportswear, accessories, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, and grooming. Documenting the panorama of men's dress with 650 illustrations (many never before gathered in book form), Hill describes the social developments that contributed to and sprang from changing styles of masculine clothing. American Menswear contributes a much-needed resource to the fields of costume history, fashion design and merchandising, men's studies, advertising and marketing history, popular culture, and American history--as well as a treat for the casual reader and an eye-catching addition to any art reference library. About the Author Daniel Delis Hill has worked as a retail fashion illustrator, creative director of fashion photography, and assistant professor in the Department of Fashion at Virginia Commonwealth University. He is the author of six books on American fashion history, including A History of World Costume and Fashion and As Seen in Vogue: A Century of American Fashion in Advertising (TTUP, 2007). A graduate of the University of West Florida and Florida State University, he lives in San Antonio, Texas.
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089672722X
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The Ninth Life of Louis Drax
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Review 'A remarkable suspense novel: tart, mysterious and wrenching' Anthony Minghella, Academy Award-winning director 'This is a wonderfully unsettling psychological thriller ... An oddly beautiful journey into the darkest corners of the human soul' Mail on Sunday 'Shocking, moving and beautifully written, The Ninth Life Of Louis Drax is an extraordinary novel about family mystery and medical marvels' Image 'A gripping psychological thriller with a gothic flavour ... unputdownable ... The Ninth Life of Louis Drax contains many heart-stopping moments where the tension is cranked up almost to breaking point' Daily Telegraph --book cover About the Author Liz Jensen is the acclaimed author of four other novels, most recently War Crimes for the Home . She lives in London.
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How to Stay Christian in College (Think)
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From the Publisher Previous edition sold over 120,000 copies. From the Back Cover Warning: College can be hazardous to your spiritual health. When you go to college, you're leaving behind your network of support and heading to a world with different perspectives, responsibilities, and expectations. Even if you're going to a "Christian" college, there's no guarantee you won't face challenges to your faith. So how do you stay Christian in college? How do you stay open about your faith in the face of potential ridicule? A must-read for every college student, How to Stay Christian in College will guide you through the maze of campus realities. J. Budziszewski discusses the foundations of the Christian faith and directly addresses different worldviews and myths that students encounter at college. Filled with quotes, statistics, resources, stories, and encouragement, it will equip you to conquer the dangers that lie ahead. [endorsements] About the Author J. BUDZISZEWSKI is a professor of government and philosophy at the University of Texas, where he has taught for over twenty years. A frequent speaker to groups such as InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Campus Crusade, and the Veritas Forum, Dr. Budziszewski has written numerous books and articles. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife, Sandra. Read more
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Wurm War (Outcast)
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About the Author Christopher Golden is the award-winning, bestselling author of such novels as Wildwood Road , The Boys Are Back in Town , Of Saints and Shadows , and the Body of Evidence thriller series. He has cowritten a number of novels and comic books set in the worlds of the television series Buffy the Vampire Slaye r and Angel . There are more than eight million copies of his books in print. He lives in Massachusetts with his family.Originally a comics writer, Tom Sniegoski grew a large fan base with his work on titles including Jeff Smith's bestselling BONE, Mike Mignola's HELLBOY, and the currently wildly popular Goon series. His YA book series The Fallen for S&S was turned into a series of TV movies that have aired to strong ratings on the ABC Family Network. SLEEPER CODE and SLEEPER AGENDA, a YA two-part story for Razorbill/Penguin, was an ALA *Top Ten* Quick Pick in 2006. Tom lives in Stoughton, Massachusetts with his wife and their dog, Kirby.
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068986664X
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To Have His Cake (and Eat It Too): Mr. Darcy's Tale (Pride and Prejudice Untold)
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Review I found To Have His Cake (and Eat it Too) to be an imaginative, emotional, and exhilarating variation of Pride and Prejudice. (Austenesque Reviews) About the Author P O Dixon has authored several Jane Austen Pride and Prejudice adaptations, all written with one overriding purpose in mind--falling in love with Darcy and Elizabeth. Sometimes provocative, always entertaining, her stories have been read, commented on, and thoroughly enjoyed by thousands of readers worldwide.
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What's in a Name?: From Joseph P. Frisbie to Roy Jacuzzi, How Everyday Items Were Named for Extraordinary People
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About the Author Philip Dodd is a graduate of Jesus College, Oxford, and has worked for several UK publishers, including Longman and Virgin Books. He is also a travel writer and rock biographer.
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